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published by Joe Renna for the Sons of Peterstown Sports Club
VALLATESE CLUB CELEBRATES 100 YEARS
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n 1907 immigrants from Vallata, Italy, living in the Peterstown section of
Elizabeth, New Jersey, formed an organization that achieved its mission and then
some. The club has adapted to societal changes to stay relevant 100 years later.
Vallata is a small agricultural town located in the mountains of Irpinia in the Province of Avellino, in
the region of Campagna. It is so small that it it does not appear on many maps. Naples, the capital of
Campagna, is the closest big city. The architecture is pre-Roman built by Sarasins, its streets are narrow
and irregular, its simply beautiful mountain town. The mass immigration of the early 1900's saw a large
number of the small population come to America. The majority of them settled in New Jersey specifically
in Elizabeth, Newark, Jersey City, Livingston, Montclair, and Trenton. Others stayed in New York and some
leaped to other states such as Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Florida and Washington D.C.
Even though their settings were diversified the challenges they faced in their new world were the same.
Living close by friends and family from the old country was helpful. Sharing the same dialect and
cultural nuances created a comfort level for the community. Though these similarities would help
individuals to thrive within the community something else was needed to assimilate into the fabric of
America. Work was scarce, and so the men and women accepted jobs in factories and with utility
companies as they develop the ability to branch out into other pursuits.
(above) Monument in Vallata
The opportunity to start their own business, to work in a government or secure a management position
honoring Americans from
was just out of reach because of the barriers that were inherent with being a new immigrant. The club that
Vallatese killed in WWI.
they created, "Vallatese Society of Elizabeth" was created to over come those challenges.
The club created a solution to the language barrier by offering English classes. The club was a resource for legal assistance or a place to get
help writing a letter or filling out forms. Families, most split between the two countries, would be able to ease the burden of communicating
and traveling abroad by doing it together. Being able to pool the community's resources, material and intellectual was an invaluable benefit
the club delivered. Aside from the technical assistance, the Vallatese Club was the center for social activity as well. Members could
congregate at the clubhouse and celebrate special events in their lives in its banquet hall.
By 1910 the Vallatese clubs in Elizabeth and Newark had over 1,000 members and as the second generation of Vallatese
immigrants emerged they began to make their mark in mainstream society. Though they were very proud of their heritage
the community embraced America as their new home and nothing represented their commitment and patriotism more
then answering the call to arms in the First World War. As soldiers in the American army some had to return to Italy to
do battle in the towns of Carso and Piova. Michael Catania, a Vallatese, served in both World Wars and was the president
of the entire Marine Corps Reserve. The Vallatese in America were proud of their victory in World War I and appreciative
of those who made the ultimate sacrifice that they erected a monument in Vallata in memory of the 80 Vallatese men who
gave their lives for the cause. A plaque hanging in the clubhouse lists the names of members and sons of members who
served in World War II.
The growth of the club was steady in the early years and so was its influence in how the city operated. In 1922 the members
formed a Vallatese Political Club and became active in government. Many were also coming into their own as business owners and
as the financial status of members grew so did the capabilities of the club. That same year the club also organized the Vallatese Benefit
Association and purchased a building on the corner of Third Avenue and High Street, which still houses their present clubhouse.
The post war era was a time for drastic change in America. Technology was developing faster than society can handle. Economic
prosperity, coupled with ability, empowered masses to mobilize and challenge the norms of society. A baby boom assured that there was a
steady supply of reformers. The Vallatese Club was no exception. Membership was extended to not only Vallatese decedents but also to
spouses of Vallatese women. In 1968 a youth movement of Vallatese Club members started their own short-lived organization. And more
significantly, the Vallatese women started their own association in 1940, which is still going strong.
Though the number of Vallatese decedents have
grown they are less centralized. Getting together is not
as convenient and, frankly, not as necessary. But the
Vallatese Society of Elizabeth is still viable. The
building has been recently renovated and as the level
of participation of different members change there is
excitement that the right combination will spark a
renaissance.
(left) 2007 officers of the Vallatese Sociery of
Elizabeth. (standing, l-r) Carmine Melchionna,
Gerardo Giannetta, Armando Muscaritolo, Silvio
Rosa, Vito Tanga, Tony DiCosmo, Gennaro Nigro,
Erminio Palmisano, Luigi Guiducci, Franco Quaglia,
Domenico LaFace, Antonio Chririchello, Giuseppe
Cicchetti, Beniamino Farina (Clubhouse DJ).
(sitting, l-r) Nicola Pavese, Mario Nigro, Peter
Crincoli (President), Michele Ciccarella, Luigi Tanga.
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SONS OF PETERSTOWN SPORTS CLUB
412 South 7th Street
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Hello Joe,
Thank you for these two great stories. I was a member
and officer of the Crestlin Boys Club during the time we
moved from Skinny's place, built the new club and a number
of years thereafter. As an addition to the memorabilia: My
oldest son, Robert (now 58 years old) won first prize with a
rendition of 'Popeye the Sailor' at the very first Christmas
Party around 1954. His Godfather was Carl Gambino
(now deceased).
I am attaching a vintage photo of a Crestlin Boys Club
bowling end of season celebration (I am between Charlie
Montana (holding the bowling pin) and Vito Dadessa
(holding the steering wheel). We were all very young then.
They were great guys. All the members participated on the
bowling teams!
I also enjoyed the tour of Sicily story by Debbie Harris.
my folks and brother Tony (all now deceased) immigrated
from Ribera and arrived at Ellis Island on Christmas Day
1919. I had the good fortune
to visit my relatives in 1951
during my second tour of duty
with the U.S. Navy (recalled
in 1950 by President
Truman). Debbies photo of
the "Ribera" sign brought back
cherished memories.
Thank you Joe for reviving
such great memories.
Leonard P. Conte
(Detail of group photo)
Punta Gorda, FL
Joe,
I moved from Elizabeth in 1979 when I went to College
in North Carolina. I saw a letter to the editor in the
December 2006 issue that was written by Catherine
Lamendola. Though I do not recall her from Peterstown,
what intrigued me is that she now lives in Southport, NC.
My wife and I lived there from 1990-1996. We currently
live in Puyallup, Washington. I would like to hear from other
former Peterstown residents who have left the area. Perhaps
some of you live in the Northwest.
My e-mail is: summitchristiancenter@hotmail.com
John Nocera
Puyallup, WA
Dear Joe,
As luck would have it, I was in Elizabeth yesterday and
went to Sacco's for veal (my family will only eat his). What
a nice surprise to see that the paper was there. Thank you
for the wonderful tribute to my dad, Charlie Bongiovanni,
and mom. You have my sincerest appreciation.
As I was reading the paper I noticed the article on View
Nam vets from Elizabeth. Two others you missed were
Anthony (residing in Georgia) and Albert Annunziata
(deceased). Thought you'd like to know.
Again, thank you and have a wonderful holiday.
Marie Schaible
Malvern, PA.
Dear Joe,
Enclosed is an article about my parent's 60th Wedding
Anniversary. They are currently living in Florida and
subscribe to your newspaper and enjoy keeping up with the
news in Peterstown.
Thank you so much.
Annette Moore
Bloomsbury, NJ
Joe,
I was doing a search on Peterstown and I stumbled on to
your web site. My Grandfather grew up in Peterstown and I
was just reminiscing about going back there with him when I
was a kid.
I really enjoyed reading your articles. It makes you think
about what's important. Thanks for writing the encouraging
words. The 1st anniversary of Pop's death was yesterday,
February 2nd, and I appreciate the invitation to submit
family photos to the newspaper.
We do have pictures of Pop and his siblings growing up in
Peterstown. Since my Grandmother moved in with my
Mom, a lot of her personal items are still in boxes. It was a
great experience for my Grandmother, mother, sister and me
to be to go through all of the pictures as well as documents
we didn't even realize we had.
Thanks for turning what could have been a difficult day
into a way for us to all feel close to Pop. God works in
funny ways.
Sincerely,
Mike Kuchar
Scotch Plains, NJ
(See photos and write-up on page 17)
(See photos and write-up on page 17)
Joe,
Your December edition of "Around about Peterstown"
was great. I enjoyed reading it and I want to thank you for
the article about the Crestlin Club. Also the obituary on my
neighbor and friend of sixty (60) years, Charlie
Bongiovanni, was excellent.
Thanks Again,
Frank Osnato
Elizabeth, NJ
Dear Mr. Renna,
I enjoyed your article on the Crestlin Boys Club in your December 2006 issue of Around About Perterstown about their
70 year anniversary. The Crestlin Club was formed right after another club, Disgusted Millionaires, folded. I enclosed a
photo of the Disgusted Millionaires from December 1929. The photo was taken of the members and a bunch of food baskets
that they put together to distribute to needy families. It was during the time of the depression and there were many people who
had trouble getting food. My father, Al Triano, was a member of the club and is standing in the center of the picture.
Keep doing what your doing,
(below) Disgusted Millionaires in front of their clubhouse Al Triano
on Fourth Avenue in the Peterstown section of Elizabeth. Rahway, NJ
Editor’s Opinion
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Feb 07
everybody has one - this is mine - by Joe Renna
I've been involved in a countless number of
organizations and it is inevitable that almost every one is
fractured in one way or another. It is bizarre to a point
that factions form over the most inane issues. This
behavior is not just reserved for clubs but it happens in
the work place, in school and disheartingly in families.
It’s a wonder how the Vallatese Club in Elizabeth
survived 100 years when others run their course in a
matter of time.
My maternal side of the family has been involved in
the club since my grandfather, Giuseppi Nigro, joined in
1912. Even my father was a member, qualifying by being
the spouse of a Vallatese. My aunt, Nancy Gersick, and
my sister, Lorraine Kelly, are still active members of the
women's club. I've seen a lot of activity over the years
and must say that if there were riffs they were not public.
The club always represented itself with dignity.
I'm sure the Peterstown community may be having a
good chuckle because I know as well as them that our
neighborhood has its fill of the most passionate and
spirited people you can imagine. I can say this from
experience. Play the wrong card during a game of
Briscola and tables can turn (over). Heated arguments
were commonplace which is why the people I know are
immune to someone challenging them. I've grown up
accepting, and expecting, everyone to think individually.
I may not happen to agree with that person but that
doesn't matter.
Conflict arises when there are two opposing opinions
and only room for one. Organizations, by definition,
resolves those conflicts with a set of rules. Seems simple
enough as long as the power structure is recognized and
respected. When this happens the organization is strong.
Some members won't be happy but that has to be
expected. If 51% of the people are unhappy then the
organization will change, a more diplomatic word would
be to adapt. The Vallatese Club has adapted for 100
years so they must be doing something right. We can
probably all benefit by knowing the secret to the club's
longevity but there is no formula that is written down.
The club doesn't use a text book on conflict resolution.
So much has changed in the world that could render
the club obsolete but it is still here. There are no charter
members alive and its time for their great grandchildren
to start becoming active. It will be interesting to see
where they will have taken the club ten years from now.
When the need for an organization to exist is
important and crucial, as it was for the Vallatese
immigrants in 1907, the focus for everyone involved is
the same. Problems tend to arise as an organization
becomes more successful. The original mission is no
longer the driving force of the club. In prosperity the
members are free to be more creative and individualized.
It's no different in government, in business or in the
home. We create our own complexities because we can.
We must simplify things in order to get back on track.
Few options exist when you are in survival mode. It’s not
a nice place to be and we forget what it was like when
we are not in it. The point is we should never forget.
Not for Nothing But..
if there are only three
people in a club, two
would form a clique.
(left) War memorial
that hangs in the
Vallatese Society of
Elizabeth’s clubhouse.
HONOR ROLL OF MEMBERS AND SONS MEMBERS OF THE
VALATESE BENEFIT ASSOCIATION WHO SERVED IN WWII
Felix Crincoli
Rocco Crincoli
Frank Chirichillo
Joseph Chirichillo
Michael Chirichillo
Anthony Chirichillo
Michael Cautillo
Rocco Cautillo
Michael Cautillo
Vincent Campanella
Michael Di Cosmo
Rocco Di Cosmo
Angelo Di Cosmo
Edward Di Cecco
Rocco De Paola
Vito D’Addesa
Frank D’Addesa
Vito D’Addesa
Rosario Di Carlo
Constantino Loffa
Rocco Laquaglia
Mario Malgieri
Vito Malgieri
Gerald Malgieri
Angelo Malgieri
Frank Malgieri
Louis Malgieri
Rocco Malgieri
Leonard Maricondi
Michael Moscritolo
Joseph Moscritolo
Emil Moscritolo
Peter Mautone
Angelo Monaco
John Monaco
Louis Monaco, Jr.
Michael Nigro
Frank Nigro
Joseph Nigro
Angelo Nigro
Alfonso Nigro
Louis Perrottti
Anthony Palmisano
Albert Rugani
Patsy Ricci
Carmine Ricci
Vincent Sozio
Angelo Strazzella
Anthony Sabia
George Sabia
Dr. Alphonsus Giglio
ELIZABETH COALITION TO HOUSE THE HOMELESS PREPS 2007 REPORT
On Thursday, January 25, 2007, the Elizabeth
Coalition to House the Homeless participated in the
HUD mandated count of the homeless in Union
County. The Coalition hosted a service fair for the
homeless during that afternoon as a means of getting
the homeless to come to the agency. There were services
such as free haircuts, vision checks and HIV testing.
Other agencies and programs brought in information
and provided counseling: legal, substance abuse,
psychological and medical. Center for Hope brought in
gallons of vegetable soup and hot chocolate; there were
bagged lunches and goodie bags of personal care items
and socks. The fair was attended by 118 folks-many
living in the streets of Elizabeth. 24 said they were
homeless and were taken to welfare for a night of shelter
and case management.
That night the Coalition participated with Union
County Department of Human Services in going out
into the various places the homeless "live" to get a count
and assess their needs. Again the Department of Human
Services provided a night of shelter to anyone found.
The Coalition found almost 10 sleeping in abandoned
buildings and in the emergency room waiting area. One
person was found living in a hole under the railroad
tracks. As the temperature hit the lowest in 2 years (per
the National Weather Service), it was good to be able to
offer a warm and safe place to sleep.
The results won't be in for some weeks, but the count
in 2005 revealed that there were 1500 known homeless
persons in Union County, 800 of whom live in Elizabeth.
HUD does not consider people living doubled up (two
separate households living in space intended for one
household) as homeless, but the 2000 census counted
nearly 5,000 people living this way. As the cost of
housing continues to soar, the Coalition anticipates that
the 2010 census will show an increase in households
living doubled up. As rents in Elizabeth average above
$1,000, many families need to double up to afford
housing.
Respectfully Submitted,
Linda M. Flores-Tober
Agency Coordinator,
Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless
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Every since she was a little girl Marcella Perrotti
would tag along with her brothers, Carmine and
Anthony, to Frank’s Unisex Barber Shop at 85 Elmora
Avenue, a short walk from their home in Elizabeth, NJ.
The owner, Frank Bentivegna, was a friends of Marcella’s
mother Nancy (Gurrato) Perrotti. They were were both
from Italy were then neighbors living in the Peterstown
section of Elizabeth, NJ., Bentivegna being from Ribera,
Sicily and Gurrato from Vallata.
Frank operated his barber shop for over thirty years.
He cut four generation of hair with a fair share of the
families being from Peterstown. Frank passed away in
1997 and Paula Rodriguez became the new owner,
changing the name to Short Cuts. Marcella, a trained
cosmetologist, began working for Paula in 1999.
In January of 2007, Paula made a move to Florida
which gave Marcella the opportunity to purchase the
salon. Even thought there is a manicurist on site long
time customers are not fooled into believing it is a salon
just for women. Marcella maintains all the old customers,
women and men, including the families from Peterstown
who bring their toddles in for their first haircut. Short
Cuts is every bit of a barbershop. cutting its fair share of
men’s hair as women’s. Marcella is amazed at the number
of customers who are city employees. She says it really
has a down-home neighborhood atmosphere. It’s very
nostalgic, especially when her brother sits in the chair for
a trim.
(left, l-r) Antonio Gurrato
and his granddaughter Marcella.
(below, r-l) Marcella Perotti cuts her brother Anthony’s
hair as Lucy Perez give
Christina Garcia
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JOE MARINO HELPING PEOPLE CLOSE TO HOME
5
Feb 07
Peterstown native, Joe Marino is service coordinator
of the New Vision program at Trinitas Hospital in
Elizabeth, NJ. The program, which opened at Trinitas in
2003, enables Marino to work in his hometown
delivering a unique service to a segment of society with
limited options. His help puts people on track to getting
their lives back and, often, even saving their lives.
New Vision is an inpatient emergency medical
stabilization service for adults with drug, alcohol and
related health problems. The program accepts patients
who are experiencing incapacitation due to substance
use or are experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms. The
medically supervised hospital stay typically lasts three
days.
While in the program, an assessment is made of the
patients fundamental needs including a review of their
medical history, a physical and a complete laboratory
workup. Treatment, utilizing the hospital personnel, will
include stabilization of any other health problems in
conjunction with those caused by chemical substances.
Discharge planning prior to leaving the hospital will
refer the patient to appropriate community based
aftercare programs.
New Vision deals specifically with patients who need
medical attention, and though it is not a rehabilitation
program it does assist in aspects of crisis intervention,
assessment and referrals. Marino, who has a masters
degree in social work, has over ten years experience as
an alcohol and drug counselor, working with families as
well as individuals.
Marino has been the service coordinator for New
Vision for about 18 months. The program’s parent
company is Special Care Hospital Management, whose
home office is in Earth City, MO. They have five such
programs in New Jersey. Ted Cancel is the Regional
Director who oversees the Trinitas operation.
Patients are referred to the program from other
organizations or may enter as self-referrals. Marino
encourages anyone who may not be sure if they fit the
criteria to enter the program to call anyway and his staff
will assess the situation and make appropriate
recommendations.
Marino has two intake coordinators who are also
working in their home town. Juliet San Juan and Wendy
Camacho are both from Elizabeth and have been good
friends since their school days. They graduated Elizabeth
High School together. They both went to Cook College
in Rutgers University, where they were roommates, and
both majored in Public Health. They are together again
working for New Vision for the past 18 months.
New Vision accepts Medicare and Medicaid
insurance and most managed care plans or patients may
be referred to other sources for financial assistance.
Marino would like to stress that the service New Vision
offers is regional and anyone living anywhere is
welcomed to call. Joe can be reached directly at 908994-5175.
SPECIAL THANKS
FROM THE SONS
OF PETERSTOWN
Special Care Hospital Management donates to local
organizations through their affiliated programs in the
communities in which they operate. In 2006 a $250
donation was made to the Sons of Peterstown.
The members would like to thank their friend, Joe
Marino, for his dedication to a career of helping others.
It is a daunting pursuit which is unappreciated by few
others than those you save.
(above, l-r) Service Coordinator for the New Vision
program at Trinitas Hospital, Joe Marino and intake
coordinators Juliet San Juan and Wendy Camacho
experience extra satisfaction working in their home
town of Elizabeth.
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FOUR ERAS OF THE VALLATESE CLUB
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Feb 07
BOCCE BALL ANYONE?
A news clipping from a 1960 Italian language
newspape was found, and it contained an article about
the Vallatese Club of Elizabeth opening their Bocce Ball
court. The court was built for $400 on a strip of behind
the Clubhouse along High Street. The court sat behind
New Felid’s left field fence. New Felid was the home of
St. Anthony’s Little League. The Bocce court actually
sat on church property and was built with the church’s
blessing.
(above) Vallatese members at the inaugaration of their clubhouse in 1922 in a building they purched in Peterstown.
(above, kneeling, l-r) Rosario Candilino and Angelo
Crincoli measure the which ball is closest to the pallina.
(Standing l-r) St. Anthony’s pastor Father Dominic
Battistello, Vallatese Club President Anthony Crincoli
and members of the Club.
(above) Oficers of the Vallatese Benefit Association for 1950.
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(below) Full color membership certificate from
1912 for Pasquale Chirichillo, which measures
20” x 14” and contains detailed illustrations of
historic scenes and intricate ornamentation.
(above) Club officers from the 80’s (standing, l-r) Frank Mazza, Geraldi Paternostro , Tony Cerullo, Silvio Rosa,
Louigi Quioluci, Pasquale Melchiona, Angelo Strazzella, (sitting, l-r) John Cerullo, Rocco Quaglia, Tony Quaglia,
Armondo Muscratola, Mario Nigro, Felice Quaglia, Rosario Candalino, Mike Crincoli.
(below) Vallatese Club members from the the Era of the 60’s.
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NICOLE SPIRITO HONES SKILLS WITH FOCUS ON THE FUTURE
8
Feb 07
It’s a blessing for a young person to have a passion for
something that they would want to make into a career.
Nicole Spirito knew that she wanted to be a broadcast
journalist since she started first grade and every year she
hones her skills with that dream in sight.
Nicole has always been a fervent reader and also loves
to write. She's active in her school’s drama club and has
trained as a dancer and choreographer. Nicole is in her
senior year at Central Regional High School in Bayville,
NJ where she is also the Drum Major for the marching
band. Her skills in performing arts coupled with her
intellectual ability lend themselves perfectly for her
career pursuit. She even interviewed Yankee pitcher Al
Leiter for an assignment at school.
Her skills as a writer were showcased when she won
first place in an audio/essay contest sponsored by the
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However, that is not all freedom's challenge is. Being
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Freedom challenges us to make a difference, to ensure
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(below) Nicole’s award winning essay which she wrote
and recorded for a national competition.
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(right) High School
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delivery among other criteria. Winners moved on to a
regional competition with the possibility of going to the
nationals. Nicole became involved with the competition
when she was a sophomore.
Nicole was born in South Korea. She was adopted
and came to America when she was 5 months old. Her
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COLUMBUS’ JOURNEY HOME TO PETERSTOWN
The August 06 Issue of Around About Peterstown
featured the Sons of Peterstown dinner in honor of
Christopher Columbus. The October 06 issue featured an
article about the dedication of the Viet Nam memorial
which was erected in Scott Park on a spot where a statue of
Columbus once stood. The statue now stands in Peterstown
along the Third Avenue side of the School 3 Playground.
How Columbus found its way to Peterstown was not
explained in the article and some readers were curious and
were confused by recent accounts as to who was
responsible. Columbus was celebrated in Italy as well as in
9
Feb 07
America and the Italian-American population of
Peterstown appreciated that the statue was put in their
neighborhood.
There is no one who could better recount the story of
how the Columbus statute was moved to Peterstown than
John Riggi, the person who was the catalyst in getting it
done.
Mr. Riggi wanted to acknowledge the individuals
involved in seeing that the statue was in its rightful place.
He was compelled to send the following letter to give his
recollection, in his own words.
FRIENDS HELP COLUMBUS NAVIGATE HOME
Submitted by John Riggi
I would like to thank you for sending me the
Peterstown newspaper. I read about Chris Columbus and
was very saddened that nobody had told how Columbus
got to our Peterstown. It was mentioned as a matter of
fact and then put on the back burner. I felt that I should
write and tell what happened.
Everyday I would drive up Elizabeth Avenue and see
Chris Columbus by Scott Place and I felt that something
was wrong; he didn't belong there. I called up Mayor
Dunn (God bless him!) and we met. I explained to him
what I had in mind, that Chris Columbus belonged in
Peterstown. He told me to give him a couple of weeks
and he will get back to me.
In the meantime I called up Carl Barbado and Carl
Corsentino, to meet me at O'Brian Field. I explained
what I had in mind and asked them to pick out a place
where we could put Columbus. They chose a spot on the
Third Avenue side of the playground, midway between
Christine and South Seventh Streets. I asked them to
ready the place, remove the fence and have other fences
ready to put in place.
After a couple of weeks, Mayor Dunn called and told
me that it was O.K. to put the Christopher Columbus
statue in the field in Peterstown. I then called my friend
Frank Wade (God bless him!) who was the business
agent of the Ironworkers and told him what I had in
mind and that I needed a cherry picker and some
ironworkers very early that Saturday morning so that we
could take the statute to Peterstown. Frank said “No
problem”. That was his answer whenever I asked him for
something.
Next I then called my friend Simone Palermo (God
bless him!) and I explained the plan to him and that I
needed a low boy and a jacket hammer to move the
statute from the concrete base. Simone also said “No
problem”.
I then called up my friends, Pete Rizzutto (God bless
him!), Mike DiMaria, Frank Miceli, Paul Mirabelli,
Long Riggi, Carmelo Valentino and explained to each of
them what I had in mind. The response from each of
them was a familiar one, “No problem”.
To avoid causing any traffic problems, we started very
early on a Saturday morning. We met on Elizabeth
Avenue at Scott Park and proceeded to take the statute
down. We loaded it on the truck and drove down
Elizabeth Avenue to Third Avenue. As we entered
Peterstown, the driver started tooting the truck horn
and the men on board started shouting “He's Home!,
He's Home!”.
At that moment, Angelo Nigro, the Singing
Mailman, happened to be walking by and witnessed the
grand sight. Angelo was an avid songwriter and what he
saw and heard that morning inspired him to write a
song.
Two masons, Rocco Mazza (God bless him!) and
Vincent Tammutto were waiting for us at the field. With
the help of others pitching in as laborers, we erected the
statue of Christopher Columbus in place where he
stands today. That's how Christopher Columbus came
home.
I think that it's right that these men should get their
due respect, for if it wasn't for them, I believe
Christopher Columbus would still be at Scott Place.
Mayor Dunn, Frank Wade, Ironworkers, Simone
Palermo, Carl Barbatto, Carl Corsentino, Pete Rizzutto,
Mike DiMina, Frank Miceli, Paul Mirabelli, Tony Riggi,
Carmelo Valentino, Mike Mazza and Vincent
Tammutto.
Thank you gentlemen for bringing Christopher
Columbus home to Peterstown.
The memorial includes a plaque that lists the names of
organizations that made the creation of the Columbus
statue and it being erected in the first place possible
through their generous contributions.
• American-Italian World War Veterans of UC Inc.
• Crincolo Gioventu Vallatese Inc.
• Gran Centurians
• Il Centro Italiano St. Antonio
• Kingston Athletic Club
• Original Mattano Democratic Club Inc.
• Original Vallatese
• Pat Riccio Association
• Rahway Italian-American Club
• Ribera Club Inc.
• Ribera Italian -American Sports Club
• Sixth Ward American-Italian Democratic Club
• Vallatese Ladies Society
• M. DeMartino Association
(above) Statue of Columbus sits in a fenced in area
carved out of O’Brian’s Field. The area in which the
statue stands actually has its own park designation.
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS
By Angelo Nigro
It’s so great to have you here,
Christopher Columbus.
Here to stay year after year,
Christopher Columbus.
This is where you belong,
right here among us
where the love for you is strong,
Christopher Columbus.
You discovered this great land,
in fourteen ninety two.
We are living here today,
all because of you.
We are happy as can be,
to have you among us.
Standing proud for all to see,
Christopher Columbus.
(above) Lyrics to Angelo Nigro’s song
about the Columbus statue in Peterstown.
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1 UNION COUNTY
COURTHOUSE
Illustration, circa 1932 of the Union County
Courthouse complex. First Presbyterian
Church can be seen off to the right.
The Union County Courthouse was
constructed in three phases. The front
section was built in 1810. It replaced the
original two meeting houses that stood on
the site but were destroyed in a raid in 1780
and then by fire in 1797. An additional
structure was built around 1857 when Union
County broke from Essex County, and in
1905 a three story structure was added.
When the county government outgrew that
configuration a seven story annex was built
in 1925. The 17 story tower was added in
1931.
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The 7 Wonder
There is a new world-wide vote being taken to determine which are The New 7
Wonders of the World. The results will be announced during the Official Declaration
ceremony in Lisbon, Portugal on Saturday, July 7, 2007 - 07.07.07. Around About
Peterstown has come up with its own list of “The 7 Wonders of Elizabeth”.
The debate on which wonders deserve to be in the top seven rests on the what criteria
is used to judge them. That is why there are multiple lists to fill categories like Ancient
World, Natural Wonders and Modern Times. To name just seven when there are dozen of
deserving candidates becomes almost subjective. Choosing the seven wonders of Elizabeth
was no different.
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World recognizes remarkable constructions of
classical antiquity. Other lists of wonders may focus on human feats of engineering or
some other criteria. There were a few rules established in determining Elizabeth’s wonders
and then it came down to the publisher’s personal choice.
Some simple guidelines were easy to establish, for instance, the wonder had to be a
structure within the present city boundaries. This eliminated Liberty Hall Museum, which
was built in 1772 and was the home of the Livingston and Kean families. It is arguably
the most spectacular historic site in Union County. It was once located in Elizabeth until
it was engulfed by Union Township’s borderline.
An argument can be made that the new air traffic control tower in the airport should
be considered even though it sits in Newark, the majority of the airport is on Elizabeth
soil. And do we count the Goethals Bridge? Half is anchored in Elizabeth. The same
argument can be made about the Port Newark/Elizabeth, the most active container port
in North America.
Another rule is that the building must still be standing. The A.W. Dimock mansion
which was the first site of Battin High School may have been the most opulent residence
in the city but it no longer exists. It would have trumped one of top seven picks.
Age was not a criteria but engineering as it pertains to longevity ads to the
wonderment of the structure. Belcher-Ogden is not only the oldest building to make the
4 HERSH TOWER
Hersh Tower is adorned
with nickel silver
ornamentation.
Singer sewing machine manufacturing factory’s
daily workforce was bigger than
the population some towns.
I.M. Singer built the factory in 1873 on a 32 acre plot on Trumble Street along the Newark Bay. The building is a
magnificent 1,400,000 sq. ft. structure which produced three quarters of the world's sewing machines. The factory
employed more than 6,000 workers in 1905 , the largest work force in the world at that time. It peaked at 7,000
workers in 1970. The method of mass production being used by Singer in the 1870's predated Henry Ford's
techniques used in manufacturing automobiles. The Singer Company grew and by 1908 built the first skyscraper in
New York City, which was the tallest building in the world at that time. Even though Singer closed its doors in 1982
and half of the complex was razed the doors to the remaining buildings reopened to businesses tenants. It is a symbol
of the industrial revolution and stands like a museum of manufacturing ingenuity.
The Hersh family moved to Elizabeth in 1866 and started out making paper bags. They made
their fortune selling groceries and other supplies. In 1931 they built a fourteen story office building
on the corner of Broad and East Grand Streets. It was considered a “Mini-Skyscraper” and was the
tallest building in the city. The size is impressive but not as awe inspiring as the Art Deco
architecture. The building is preserved in an era in which it was built with all the opulent details intact
and restored, including terrazzo floors and imported hand-cut Italian marble facade. The glistening
nickel silver ornamentation scales the tower. The building has been upgraded with things like stateof-the-art elevators and fiber optics but the improvements do not effect the beauty of the piece of art.
(below) Some wonders of Elizabeth considered for the top seven list.
Visit The Historical Society of Elizabeth, NJ at www.visithistoricalelizabethnj.org
Goethals Bridge
St. Patrick's Church Arthur Kill Vertical Lift Railroad Bridge
City Hall
Liberty Airport Air Traffic Control Tower
rs of Elizabeth
list is is the most historically significant. It also earned points for its contents and the
events that occurred there. This point is also represented by the Singer Factory complex.
Though only half of it is still standing, the size of the remaining buildings are still massive
and the din of the 6,000 workers which filled the place daily, decades ago can still be
sensed.
Hersh Tower was chosen more for its artistry than for its size, though its size is a
qualifying factor in its own rite. Which is why St. John Episcopalian Church got the nod
over the dozens of deserving churches. It was difficult to leave St. Patrick’s off the list.
Churches deserve their own top seven list.
In choosing wonders of Elizabeth consideration was give to their uniqueness, for
instance Elizabeth General Hospital is an impressive building, but there are many across
the state that are equally impressive. This goes for the High School Campus, Cleveland
Junior High and the Ritz Theater.
Engineering was a big factor in looking at a structure twice. But engineering would not
do it alone or the Elizabeth river flood project, which cemented the river in, would have
made it. The construction must also be awe inspiring, like the county court house, the
archways of the train overpass on Broad Street and the draw bridge on Font Street.
Anyone who hasn’t stood under the the draw bridge and wonder is missing out on a few
breathtaking hours.
The draw bridge is one of three fascinating bridges in eyesight of each other. The
arches and courthouse are interactive. Walking, climbing and sitting and at an infinite
number of vantage points shows the world in a totally different perspective, as if a the
visitor was 5 years old on an elaborate jungle gym, dwarfed by the huge building blocks
mysteriously defying gravity.
This exercise in choosing the Seven Wonders of Elizabeth is by no means the end all
to a debate but was done to stir interest in the history and beauty of a great city. Readers
are encouraged to take notice and reflect on sites which they would routinely pass by and
establish their own list of wonders. No choice is incorrect.
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2 ST. JOHN’S
EPISCOPAL
CHURCH
Feb 07
in 1705 Episcopalians formed St.
John’s church. The church was rebuilt in
1860 in its distinctive neo-Gothic style
featuring a 126 foot tower. It has five of
the largest Tiffany stained glass windows
in the United States.
The Church interior of the church was
designed after St. Mary's University
Anglican Church in Oxford, England. The
exterior was modeled afer Merton College,
also in Oxford. It seats approximately 700
and is the largest Episcopal worship site in
New Jersey. Its adjoining historic cemetary
is the burial site of the youngest signer of
the US Constitution, US Senator Jonathan
Dayton.
5 THE ARCHES / TRAIN STATION
The first railroad passed through Elizabeth in 1836. The Broad
Street Station became the the centerpoint for transportation in the
state. New Jersey Central and the Pennsylvania Railroad crossed there
servicing passengers coming and going to New York and all parts
West and South. In 1902 stone arches were built as part of the
modernization of the railway system connecting Jersey City to
Chicago. The arches separated three levels of transportation, elevating
the one trainline over another and having the vehicular traffic of Broad
Street, Morris Avenue and Grand Street pass under them. The arches
also had a pedestrian tunnel.
The old Central Jersey Railroad Station is included in this wonder.
Separately the arches and station can both make the top seven but
they are part and parcel of one another. The station, a Romanesque
Revival building with French Chateau overtones, was built in 1893.
The architect hired to design and realize the station was the eminent
American architect, Bruce Price. A west bound station house across
the tracks was leveled after a derailed train wrecked
it in 1972.
6 BELCHER-OGDEN MANSION
In 1680 one of the founding settlers of Elizabeth, John Ogden, constructed
the oldest portion of their home. Their house would be Enlarged in the 1750s
and developed by several subsequent owners, a beautifully proportioned
example of Georgian architecture and the brick style known as Flemish bond. It
became the official residence of Royal Governor Jonathan Belcher, appointed
by King George II, from 1747 to his death in 1757. He conducted meetings of
the legislature there when Elizabethtown served as the colonial capital.
In 1778 Alexander Hamilton played Master of Ceremonies to a wedding
party there with George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette as guests.
The British received sketchy information about the affair but arrived several
days after it was over, failing to capture the Revolutionary leaders. They took
out their disappointment on the house and sacked the Belcher-Ogden Mansion
of many of it goods and furnishings
The house was restored in the 1960s, displaying outstanding interior
moldings and furnished with antiques including pieces used by Belcher and
Ogden and artifacts discovered at the site. A Federal parlor shows the room as
it may have appeared when Aaron Ogden, Governor of New Jersey in 1812,
resided there. The mansion, located at 1046 East Jersey Street, is operated by
the Elizabethtown Historical Foundation and offers tours by appointment.
The old Rail Station has been
completely renoveated
The contents of BelcherOgden spanning five
centuries are part of the
building’s appeal.
7 FRONT STREET DRAW BRIDGE
The size of the cement block that hangs ominously over front street is a marvel of ingenuity, engineering and originality. The
bridge raises more questions than can be answered. Some deal with its mechanics, like how it works and how it was built. Other
questions are more philosophical, like the reason for the design. Did a similar bridge preexist anywhere in the world? Was it ever
duplicated? Compare the block to the bridge operator’s station to appreciate the scale. Then consider the weight and complexity of
the support beams. All this precisely balances to swing effortlessly into action to clear a path for passing watercraft. There was a
time when the Elizabeth river made way for big vessels, evident by the existence of a Naval base that was located at the end of
Palmer Street in the Peterstown Section of the city. Though it has been decades that the bridge was in operation it still seems very
well preserved and just a few squirts from an oil can will reactivate it. It is truly amazing.
Within a few blocks up river
from Front Street there are
two more draw bridges which
are just as interesting in
concept and just as unique in
design. They seem a little
more practical, but barely.
LINO AND JOVAN - A STORYBOOK ROMANCE
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Feb 07
Lino Siconolfi and Jovan Romeo may have been
destined to be married long before they were even born.
They did not meet by chance but through a series of
relationships that spanned three generations, two
continents, two countries and two states. The odds of
them meeting was not astronomical but one can say it
was in the stars.
Their story goes back to a town of Carife in Italy.
That is where both Lino’s grandfather, Pasquale Siconolfi
and Jovan’s grandfather, Pasquale DiMaggio were from.
Pasquale's father, Dominic, DiMaggio was originally from
Vallata, which was 2 miles away. The two families were
best of friends in Carife and maintained their close ties
after coming to America, even though they settles in
different states which were 225 miles apart.
Lino and Jovan
Siconolfi
September 3, 2006
The Siconolfi’s chose to live in Boston,
Massachusetts while the DiMaggio’s planted themselves
in the Peterstown section of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Pasquale and his wife Maddalena raised three daughters
on John Street, Vincenza, Dora, who arrived in 1955
with their father and Maria who came in 1958 with her
mother.
The Dimaggio’s and Siconolfi’s kept in touch by
telephone and periodic trips back and forth between the
two homesteads. It came to pass that Luigi, the son of
Pasquale in Boston, had a daughter Antonetta who
married Tony, the son of Vincenza. The marriage
brought the families even closer together and officially
united the friends as in-laws.
Antonetta’s brother was was in the bridal party as was
Tony’s cousin, Jovan, daughter of his Aunt
Maria. There was no inkling that these two
eventually become an item. In fact it took quit
a few years for their mutual interest grew into a
first date.
On September 3, 2006, nine years after they
were in the same bridal party, Lino and Jovan,
themselves, got married and standing up for
them in their bridal party was Antonetta and
Tony. To complete the storybook ending, Jovan
was escorted down the aisle by her grandfather
Pasquale at 95 years old.
(left) Family photo from Lino and Jovan’s
wedding including Jovan’s grandfather,
Pasquale, seated left; her aunts Vincenza
and Dora, standing far right; her mother,
Maria, standing between the bride and
groom; Tony, Lino’s best man and
Antonetta, second from right.
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(right) Photo, circa 1960, of the Dimaggio Family from
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(standing, l-r) Vincenza and Dora.
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(above) Pasquale Dimaggio escorts his youngest
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Submitted by Gerarda and Gerardina Chirichiello
Feb 07
Palone Sfritte
Pizza di Patone
(Potatoes with Vinegar Hot Cherry Peppers)
INGREDIENTS
5 lbs potatoes
4 oz olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 small jars of vinegar hot cherry peppers
(above) Gerarda Chirichiello, who cooks for the priests
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PREPARATION:
1) Peel Potatoes, cut into cubes and boil until soft (but
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2) Add 4 oz olive oil in a large frying pan, then add 4
cloves of minced garlic.
3) When garlic begins to brown add vinegar hot cherry
peppers (including the juice) broken into pieces by
hand. Mix and let simmer for 10 minutes.
4) Add potatoes with salt to taste. Mix all together and
let simmer for 5 minutes. If too dry add a little potato
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Calzon Celli
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PREPARATION FOR STUFFING
1) Boil 5 lbs of peeled Chestnuts.
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3) Add:
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16 oz of grinded dark chocolate (hard)
16 oz Honey
4 tbsps of sugar
1 tbsp of vanilla extract
1 tbsp of clove
1 tbsp of cinnamon
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp orange zest
4) Mix together until soft (not too soft)
5) Put in refrigerator for 1 day.
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908-245-4388
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Sunday 5am - 6pm
(Potato Pizza)
INGREDIENTS
5 lbs of peeled potatoes
8 eggs boiled
5 raw eggs
1/2 cup grated Ramano cheese
2-3 teaspoons of salt to taste
2 teaspoons of black pepper
1 lb Mozzarella cheese cut into small pieces
1/2 to 1 lb whole sopresata (diced)
1/2 lb hard prosciutto (diced)
1 cup milk
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1) Boil potatoes and then pass through a Potato press
2) Cut 8 hard boiled eggs into small pieces and add to
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3) Add 5 raw eggs to potatoes.
4) Mix the remaining ingredients in with the potatoes
until nice and soft and mixed well.
5) Put mixture into a large buttered or oiled baking tray.
6) Sprinkle Romano cheese on top and bake for 45
minutes to 1 hour @ 350 degrees.
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INGREDIENTS:
1 dozen eggs
8 oz. vegetable oil
5 lbs of flour
3 tablespoons fennel seeds
7 grams of yeast (dissolve in 1 cup of warm water)
3 tablespoons of salt
PREPARATION:
1) Mix 1 dozen eggs & 8 oz. of oil and blend together
2) Put 5 lbs of flour on dough board
3) Add salt, fennel seeds and yeast to flour
4) Add blend of eggs and oil
5) Mix all ingredients together and add water if needed.
When done mixing cover the dough with towels and
let it rise for 1 hour.
5) Cut dough into small pieces and roll until thin
and 6-7 inches long, make a circle and squeeze the 2
ends together.
6) Boil water in a large pot place 6-7 pretzels in at a
time. They will drop to the bottom of the pot, when
they rise to the top of the water, take them out and
lay them flat on a table cloth.
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been cooking at the rectory for 25 years recovers from surgury.
Gerarda usually cooks on weekends while Bridget works Monday
through Friday. Both women are from the small town of Vallata, Italy
and cook in a style reminiscent of their home town. Recently
Gerarda has been working seven days a week as Bridget has been off
for health reasons.
There are seven residents living in the rectory. The cook would be
responsible for preparing lunch and dinner for them. Sundays there
may be as many as a dozen sharing dinner.
The menu is the chef’s choice, but there are never any complaints.
Needless to say, there are a lot of Italian dishes on the menu but the
variety is well balanced. Each meal includes salad and desert.
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Not for Nothing But..
(left) Bridget
Muscrotolo has
been cooking
for the priests
of St. Anthony’s
Church for 25
years.
the food at St. Anthony’s
inspired Joe Caparaso
to become a Deacon.
(above, l-r) Chestnut Ravioli and Italian Pretzels were
made from two of the four recipes that Gerarda was
kind enough to share with the readers of Around About
Peterstown. They are identified as dishes being in the
Vallatese tradition of cooking.
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GRANDSON SHARES MEMORIES OF POP
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Feb 07
Submitted by Mike Kuchar
Although pop's name was Americo, people would
call him Ricky, Rick, and while he was growing up in
Peterstown, a lot of his friends would call him Breeks.
His parents were from Centola, Italy, and five of
their children were born there. He was born in
Redbank on October 14, 1922, the son of Antoinette
and Clement Pace. His father was a tailor. He was the
seventh of eight children. He had 5 sisters, Josephine,
Ellen, Mary, Linda, Margaret, and two brothers, Henry,
and Gene.
They lived at Centre Street, Niles Street, and then
19 Spencer Street until about 1949. His parents then
moved to 545 Fourth Avenue.
The family attended church at St. Anthony's, where
he was an altar boy. He attended Elizabeth public
schools and graduated from Edison Vocational School.
Pop began working for Nietzel and Son at 513 First
Avenue as an apprentice tool and die maker in about
1941. Later he worked for Thomas and Betts until his
retirement in 1985. He played handball at the Elizabeth
YMCA in the 70's. He played golf and bowled with
Thomas and Betts.
He met Margaret in 1944 at weekly dances in the
area. They married in 1946. Had one daughter, Beverly,
born in 1948. They lived at 513 First Avenue, and
Beverly attended Holy Rosary School where they also
went to church.
They moved to Scotch Plains in 1958 but would
regularly return to Elizabeth to visit family, to work at
Nietzel's and Thomas & Betts, enjoy dinner at Spirito's,
birthday cakes at Saraceno's, and the St. Rocco festival.
In 1972, they vacationed in Italy where they were
able to locate Americo's mother's sisters, Concetta and
Eugenia, and their families in Salerno and Palinuro.
They were also able to meet Pop's father's sister, Lucia,
in Centola.
(above, l-r) Americo “Ricky” Pace age 10,
and as an altar boy for St Anthony's Church
(above, l-r) Americo’s parents, Clemente and Antonetta Pace, married in 1912
in Centola, Italy in a photo taken in 1920 when his mother came to the United States.
(right)
Antonetta Pace
60th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Annette Moore
Vincent (Jim) Leo and Rose Salerno were married on
November 16, 1946 in St. Rose of Lima Church in West
New York, New Jersey. Jim was born on Fourth Avenue
in Elizabeth to Anna and Joseph Leo. He has one
brother, Anthony and a sister, Antoinette Scutro. Rose
is from Jersey City and had one sister, Kitty and three
brothers, Salvatore, James and Dominick. Later the
family moved to John Street. Jim and his brother, Tony,
their father, Joe and their uncle, Frank owned and
operated Leo Transit on Elizabeth Avenue. Jim and Rose
lived across the street from his parents on John Street
until 1954 when they moved to Galloping Hill Road.
They have two daughters, Annette and Marie. Marie is
married to Joseph Mile and lives in Davenport, Florida.
Annette is married to Michael Moore and lives in
Bloomsbury, New Jersey. Jim and Rose have two
grandsons and five great-grandchildren.
Jim and Rose lived on Galloping Hill Road in
Elizabeth until 2000 when they moved to Davenport,
Florida. Jim received a Purple Heart during World War
II and they were both active in the DAV, Purple Heart
and visiting veterans at the VA Hospital. They belonged
to the Senior Citizens in Elizabeth and enjoyed the
monthly bus trips to Atlantic City. They were
communicants of St. Genevieve's Church. Rose enjoyed
bowling on their bowling league for many years.
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(above) Margaret and Americo
(above, l-r) Margaret and on his 74th birthday in 1997.
Americo in Warinanco
Park on Easter Sunday,
Circa 1959.
(right) Margaret is
prepped by her parents
for her First Communion
(right, l-r) Americo and Margaret, their grandson Michael
at Holy Rosary Church.
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MARGARET CARUSO WILL BE REMEMBERED BY MANY
18
Feb 07
Guest Book for
Margaret Caruso
January 21, 2007
I'll never forget that January day
The day that God took you away
Took you to be with him up in the sky
To be with the ones who've already passed you by
The minute I knew all I could do
Was immediately remember how much i loved you
How your blue eyes sparkled like the sky
And how your beautiful heart could never tell a lie
Margaret Mele Caruso, 78, passed away on January
19, 2007 in her home located in the Peterstown section
of Elizabeth, of which she was a life-long resident.
Margaret was a bookkeeper with Harritt Foods of
Elizabeth for 10 years before retiring in 1979 and was a
member of the Retired Men and Ladies Club in the
Peterstown Community Center.
Margaret was predeceased by her beloved husband of
53 years, William Ken Caruso, who died in May 2004
and her brother Chic Mele, who died in Oct. 2006.
Surviving are her children, Carmine, and his wife, Joan
of Monroe; Katherine Spirito of Freehold; William, and
his wife, Socorro of Hillsborough; Michael, and his wife,
Janet of Toms River; Stephen, and his wife, Joann of
Watchung; and her brother, John Mele of Cream Ridge.
She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren, and many extended family and friends.
She touched many lives and will be missed by many.
How you'd give to everyone when you had nothing left to give
How you'd give them your last breath if it meant they'd live.
I remember how much you loved to dance
And how you always gave people a fair second chance
I remember how you sand a song just to sing
How your stubborn mind thought could do anything
I remember your happiness when we all were together
And I remember how your blue eyes cried when your beloved husband died.
I remember how you said you were never afraid
How when it was your time it was your time,
Those were the plans that God had made.
I'm sure you're so happy to see Grandpa again
And your father, mother, sister, and brothers, and all your dear friends.
I know you're in heaven just looking down
You may be right here, just not making a sound.
But whenever you are I'm sure you have your wings
Our beautiful, strong angel is healthy again
Now you can really do anything.
I love you so much and will miss you more than you know!!!!
Margaret Spiritio (Elizabeth, NJ )
(above) The illustration of Margaret Caruso’s Guest
book was captured from the Star-Ledger Website
NJ.com. The book is a feature of their on line obituary
column which invites people to leave messages and
photos in honor of the deceased. Margaret Caruso’s
granddaughter, Margaret Spirito, daughter of Kathy, is
performing in a North American tour production of
Jesus Christ Superstar. She left the show in Canada to
be with her family after the loss of her grandmother.
She penned this poem on her flight home. Margaret is a
gifted singer who performs under her grandmother’s
maiden name Mele. She will be doing two shows at the (above) Margaret Caruso, (standing in center, wearing white) is surrounded by family at their annual get together
State Theater in New Brunswick, NJ on May 5, 2007. at her son’s Stephens Home in Watchung, NJ.
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HS SPORTS COMMUNITY MOURNS LOSS OF COACH CICARELL
Generations of student
athletes are morning the
loss of Frank Cicarell, 80,
who dedicated his entire
55 year career in
education to youth sports
and improving the quality
of programs offered to
student athletes across
Union County.
To a generation of
Frank Cicarell
Elizabeth students Frank
Cicarell was simply known as “Coach”. Earlier in his
career Cicarell coached the football, swimming and
baseball teams at Thomas Jefferson High School, now
known as Elizabeth High School. Students playing
football for Cicarell enjoyed six consecutive conference
championships and three NJSIAA state championships.
His outstanding accomplishments as a coach earned him
the New York Daily News All-Star Coaches Award, the
Associated Press Football Coach of the Year honors and
was inducted into the NJ Football Coaches Hall of Fame.
Cicarell embraced every opportunity to be involved
which organizations focused on education and youth
sports. He was the Executive Director of the Union
County Interscholastic Athletic Conference, which
annually operated one of the finest county baseball
tournaments in New Jersey. He was also an outstanding
college and high school basketball referee. He served as
a member of the Rahway Board of Education, Union
County Education Services Commission and the
Collegiate Basketball Officials Association. Frank also
served as Past President of North Jersey Board 33 of
Approved Basketball Officials Association, chairman of
the NJSIAA Basketball Committee and chairman of the
NJSIAA Basketball Tournament of Champions.
Cicarell began his teaching career in 1951, in the
Science Department, served as a health and physical
welfare teacher, administrative assistant to the Principal,
Vice Principal and Principal of Thomas Jefferson High
School. Elizabeth High School with all houses
collectively, is now notably the largest comprehensive
high school in the United States with a current
enrollment of around 5,300 students.
Born in Elizabeth on May 26, 1927, Frank Cicarell
moved to Rahway and attended Rahway High School,
where he played baseball. He entered the Army after
graduation, serving in the Signal Service Corps. When
he was discharged he returned to school-- attending
Springfield College, where he continued playing
baseball.
The son of the late William and Rose Cicarell, he is
survived by fiancee Renae LaPrete, sisters Kathleen C.
Gaylord and the late June Taranto, nephews Frank
Taranto and Robert Gaylord, niece Kathleen Gaylord
and great-nephews James and David Gaylord.
19
Feb 07
(above) Coach Cicarell in a timeless moment as coach.
(below) Page from the coach Cicarell’s playbook from
his coaching days.
EHS FOOTBALL COACH PARLAVECCHIO
NAMED NY GIANTS TRI-STATE COACH OF THE YEAR
Guides team to State Championship in tradition of Cicarell
Elizabeth High School Head Football Coach Chester
(Chet) Parlavecchio was announced as the NY Giants
2006 Tri-State Coach of the Year. Coming on the heels
of the team’s NJSIAA/Gatorade North II, Group IV
State Championship victory. The award is given to high
school coaches who demonstrate a strong commitment
to the fundamentals of football, their athletes' wellbeing and their community.
Parlavecchio came to Elizabeth High School in June
2006. Quickly building a strong rapport with his team,
the Minutemen went on to have a successful 7-1 regular
season, 11-1 overall season record and won the State
Championship.
In Seton Hall Prep High School, Parlavecchio was
named as one in five players in New Jersey history to
earn the Star-Ledger First-Team All-State honors for
both offensive and defensive play. In 1999, the StarLedger again recognized Parlavecchio as one of the Top
10 Defensive Players of the 20th Century for New Jersey
High School football.
He was then recruited to play for the Penn State
Nittany Lions, where he was named the Lion’s Defensive
Most Valuable Player in 1981 as team captain and was
appointed a Co-Most Valuable Player of the 1982 EastWest Shrine Game.
The Green Bay Packers took notice of Parlavecchio s
defensive prowess and chose him as a linebacker in the
1982 NFL Amateur Draft. During his NFL career, he
played for the St. Louis Cardinals as well.
In addition to the extraordinary fore-mentioned
accomplishments, Parlavecchio was also the Linebacker
Coach for Temple University, staff member for Head
Coach Joe Paterno at the Penn State Football Camp,
New Jersey Hall of Fame member and a United Press
International All-American.
With all of these accomplishments under his belt,
Parlavecchio is happy to be in Elizabeth, Head
Coaching the winning team.
(left) Elizabeth High
School Football Coach
Chet Parlaveccio
guided the 2006
Minutemen to an 11-1
record and a state
championship in his
first season as coach.
This is the sixth state
championship for the
school.
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IRVINGTON 254,900
LOVELY COLONIAL
This lovely home features 4
bedrooms, 2 full baths, living rm,
dining rm, eat-in-kitchen, partially
finished basement with summer
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back yard.… Call today for more
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HILLSIDE 310,000
IMMACULATE COLONIAL
Bright, Roomy, & very well
maintained property. Features 2
bedrms, 1.5 baths, living rm,
formal dining rm, Spacious eatin-kitchen, It has a lot of potential
for a 3rd rm. Finished basement,
Nice backyard, all large
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ELIZABETH 370,000
MULTI-FAMILY HOME
This two unit home features 3
bedrms each, eat-in-kitchen,
living rm, full bath. Porch on the
1st floor, separate utilities, Full
attic, Full basement, Conveniently
located near Elizabeth Ave..…
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ROSELLE PARK 420,000
TRUE PRIDE OWNERSHIP!
Excellent location!!! Property
features 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths, Eatin-kitchen, Formal dining rm,
Florida rm, Upgraded Freshly
painted, wood burning fireplace
in living rm, finished basement,
detached garage..… Call today
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UNION 341,000
EXCELLENT AREA
This property features 3 bedrms,
1.5 baths, living rm, formal dining
rm, Kitchen, finished basement &
attic, detached garage, deck..…
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908-245-9300
ELIZABETH 359,500
2-FAMILY
This Lovely 2 family home in a
convenient area features 2 unit
each with 2 bedrms, full bath,
kitchen, living rm, dining rm.
Brand new deck on second fl.
Parking for 4 cars, All new
thermo windows..… Call today
for more details 908-245-9300
ELIZABETH 369,900
RENOVATED 2 FAM. HOME
Excellent Income Potential!!! 1st
unit features bedrm, full bath, eatin-kitchen, and living rm. 2nd unit
features 5 bedrms, full bathm eatin-kitchen, and living rm. Finished
basement and attic, Great Location
for schools, shopping and public
transportation..… Call today for
more details 908-245-9300
LINDEN
425,000
CAPE COD
Beautiful home in Great Location
near shopping malls and major
roadways featuring 5 bedrms,
2.5 baths, kitchen, formal dining
rm, living rm, enclosed porch,
summer kitchen, fenced in-yard,
finished basement, attached
garage..… Call today for more
details 908-245-9300
ELIZABETH 350,000
COLONIAL HOME
This home features 5bedrms, 2
full baths, living rm, large eat-inkitchen, enclosed front porch, full
basement w/ separate entrance,
large driveway, attached
garage..… Call today for more
details 908-245-9300
ELIZABETH 480,000
MULTI FAMILY
Good size 2 family, separate heat
& hot water, fenced yard, vinyl
sided, 1st fl. Features 2 bedrms,
dining rm, EIK, living rm, and
porch. 2fl features 2 bedrms, EIK,
living rm, and pantry. Finished
basement..… Call today for more
details 908-245-9300
UNION
349,000
CAPE COD
Beautiful Cape in desirable
neighborhood, 4 bedrms, 1.5
baths, Living rm w/fireplace, EIK,
Formal Dining Rm., Basement,
Spacious Rm, Built-in Garage,
Close to all NYC trans..…
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908-245-9300
ROSELLE PARK
460,000
MULTI-FAMILY
1st unit features bedrm, dining
rm, eat-in-kitchen, and living rm.
2nd unit features 3 bedrms,
dining rm, eat-in-kitchen, living
rm. Also has an unfinished
basement, some newer windows,
lots of closets, 2 car detached
garage, driveway, Great
Neighborhood!!! 908-245-9300
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PLAINFIELD
444,000
4 Family
Great Money Maker in Great
Location, 5 Electric meters, 4 gas
meters, 3 furnaces. Each unit
features 1-2 bedrms, Eat-inKitchen, and Living rm. Walking
distance to NYC train & bus
stations, and down town.
Finished attic, 11 parking spaces
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PLAINFIELD
279,900
COLONIAL
Completely Renovated 2006,
Great Condition, features 3
bedrms, 1.5 baths, Living/Dining
Rm, Finished basement and attic,
New siding , hardwood flrs &
ceramic tile.…Call today for more
details 908-276-7440
EDISON 369,900
Bi-Level
Wonderful home, nestled in one
of the best area of Edison, Ready
to move in, features 4 bedrms,
1.5 baths, Living rm, Dining rm,
Large family rm w/ sliders to
deck, attached garage.…Call
today for more details
908-276-7440
FRANKLIN
379,999
SPLIT LEVEL HOUSE
Property in Excellent Condition
features 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths,
Living rm, formal dining rm, EIK,
Family rm, laundry rm, Walk-in
closets, separate heating and
cooling units, Don't miss this
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ELIZABETH
355,000
MULTI-FAMILY
1st unit features 3 bedrms, full
bath, eat-in-kitchen, living rm,
porch, and storage rm. 2nd unit
features 3 bedrms, full bath, eatin-kitchen, living rm, and storage
rm. Also features a finished
basement, driveway, Property in
Great Condition!!!
KENILWORTH
399,999
MOVE IN CONDITION
Beautiful Cape Cod, Recently
remolded, 3 bedrms, full bath,
living rm, formal dining rm, Eatin-Kitchen, Finished basement,
Attached garage.…Call today for
more details 908-276-7440
ROSELLE PARK 369,900
TOTALLY RENOVATED
3BDR Colonial Living rm
w/Fireplace, Formal dining rm, 1.5
baths, 1 car detached garage, new
driveway, Kitchen, and _ bath,
Great Location just down the
street from the train station and
walk to schools…Call today for
more details 908-276-7440
UNION 450,000
GREAT HOME
Beautiful Colonial on quiet tree
lined st. Desirable Washington
Area, 3 spacious bedrms, 2 full
remolded bathrms, formal dining
rm, remolded kitchen, and all
season porch, full finished
basement, above ground pool.
Great Neighborhood!!!
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ROSELLE PARK 415,000
BEAUTIFUL COLONIAL
This property features 4bedrms,
2 full baths, EIK w/breakfast bar,
formal dining rm, living rm,
family rm, den, in-ground pool,
driveway…Call today for more
details 908-276-7440
BOUND BROOK 429,900
GREAT FOR 1ST TIME
BUYERS
1st unit features 2 bedrms, 1.5
baths, EIK, Living Rm, Laundry
Rm, and porch. 2nd unit features
3bedrms, EIK, Living Rm, Full
bath. Partially-finished basement,
attic, Great Location!!!! Near
Major Roadways… Call today for
more details 908-276-7440
NO. PLAINFIELD 335,000
BEAUTIFUL CHARMING
HOME
Just renovated w/3 bedrms,
kitchen w/breakfast bar, Formal
dining rm, Living rm, 3.5 baths,
finished basement w/ walkout,
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NO. PLAINFIELD 285,000
GREAT CONDITION
Features 3 bedrms, 2 full baths,
living rm, formal dining rm, large
eat-in-kitchen, Large backyard,
finished basement, driveway…
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